Description

This new version of Glyquin is the same as original Glyquin with the benefits of Vitamins C & E and Hyaluronic Acid. It also contains extra moisturizing agents. It is designed to slowly “bleach” hyperpigmented skin conditions. When too much melanin (the pigment portion of skin) is produced as a result of sun exposure, for example this can lead to hyperpigmentation or overly pigmented patches of skin. Hydroquinone an active ingredient in GLYQUIN®—works by inhibiting the production of melanin. Glycolic acid was added to increase the penetration and efficacy of hydroquinone.1 “The quintessential hydroquinone™” also includes vitamins C and E, which, when used together with hydroquinone and glycolic acid, may function by reducing sun-induced free radicals.1 GLYQUIN® also includes broad-spectrum sunscreens to help prevent repigmenting (or tanning) skin. GLYQUIN® contains several ingredients. Let’s look at these ingredients one by one to see how they work together to help give you that GLYQUINtessential™ look.
4% hydroquinone
Four-percent hydroquinone requires a prescription from your doctor. Hydroquinone works by inhibiting the production of melanin, the pigment portion of skin. When too much melanin is produced—as a result of sun exposure, for example this can lead to hyperpigmentation or overly pigmented patches of skin. 10% glycolic acid. Glycolic acid is a natural exfoliator. It helps the skin shed its outermost layer of hyperpigmented skin cells more rapidly. While other prescription-strength hydroquinone products contain this ingredient, their percentage of glycolic acid is lower than the amount found in GLYQUIN®. It’s important to note that the exfoliating action of glycolic acid also may help diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and Vitamin E (tocopherol)
These two vitamins provide your skin with much needed antioxidant protection. This helps defend your skin against future damage caused by the sun, pollution, and other environmental toxins. It also helps lessen the visible signs of aging.
Broad-spectrum sunscreens with SPF 15.
We all know about the sun’s damaging effects to our skin. It’s a primary cause of hyperpigmentation. What you may not know is that GLYQUIN® contains the sun protection you need to guard against both UVA and UVB rays. This is especially important to people who are using hydroquinone therapy. After all, why bother “bleaching” those hyperpigmented cells if you’re only going to repigment them through repeated sun exposure?
As you can see, GLYQUIN® contains the essentials that your skin needs to get and keep that GLYQUINtessential™ look. It’s also the reason we think it’s “the quintessential hydroquinone™” and why we think you will, too.

   Usage

Use this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor. APPLY A THIN LAYER OF MEDICINE TO THE AREA that is being treated and rub it in thoroughly. Wash your hands when you are done. Certain brands of this medicine should not be rubbed in. Check with your doctor or pharmacist to see if your brand should be rubbed in. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from light and moisture. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
BEFORE USING THIS MEDICINE, apply a small amount to an unbroken patch of skin. Check in 24 hours for any serious side effects (See POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS section). If any serious side effects occur, do not use this medicine. Contact your doctor. AVOID CONTACT WITH THE EYES. DO NOT USE on irritated or injured skin. AFTER YOUR INITIAL THERAPY IS COMPLETE, it is important to protect the treated area from the sun by applying sunscreen or wearing protective clothing daily. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.

   Ingredients

Each gram of GLYQUIN® XM contains 40mg Hydroquinone USP, 80 mg Octocrylene USP, 40 mg Oxybenzone USP and 30 mg Avobensone USP in a vanishing cram base of purified water USP, glycolic acid, poloxamer 407 NF, propylene glycol USP, glycerol monosterate, triethanolamine NF, plyoxyl 4 lauryl ether, lemon extract, propyl gallate NF, ascorbyl palmitate NF, vitamin E USP, methylparaben NF, edetate disodium USP, benzalkonium chloride and Hyaluronic acid.